Hobbs Crescent is in Saltash and in Caradon district. PL12 4JJ is located in the Saltash Tamar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hobbs Crescent, Saltash, PL12 4JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL12 4JQ, PL12 4JE, PL12 4LZ, PL12 4JD, PL12 4JN, PL12 4LE, PL12 4TJ, PL12 4JH, PL12 4JP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL12 4JJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.2% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.8% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.3% | 33.2% | 14.9% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 45.9% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 9.4% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 7% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.5% | 46.5% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 34.3% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 14.1% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 7% | 3.4% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 16.5% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 13.2% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 12.8% | 1.9% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.1% | 11.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 21.5% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 23.1% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.2% | 98% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 99.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.8% | 99.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 99.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hobbs Crescent was 73.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.2% lower than the Saltash Essa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hobbs Crescent has the 15th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Saltash Essa and the 567th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hobbs Crescent, Saltash, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2023-11-06 | £233,447 |
| 49 Hobbs Crescent, Saltash, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-09-13 | £208,520 |
| 81 Hobbs Crescent, Saltash, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-04-07 | £251,471 |
| 37 Hobbs Crescent, Saltash, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2021-03-09 | £229,793 |
| 51 Hobbs Crescent, Saltash, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2020-09-11 | £258,327 |
PL12 4JJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL12 4JJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burraton Community Primary School Fairmead Road , PL12 4LT | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School Long Park Road , PL12 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy Callington Road , PL12 6DX | 1out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School Lynher Drive , PL12 4PA | 3out of 4 | 1,770 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School Pemros Road , St Budeaux PL5 1NE | 3out of 4 | 3,720 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saltash Community School Wearde Road , PL12 4AY | 2out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 4,639 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torpoint Community College Trevol Road , PL11 2NH | 3out of 4 | 4,868 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Head House School - Saltash The Saltash Campus , Church Road PL12 4AE | - not rated | 883 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 3,164 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 3out of 4 | 4,301 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 3out of 4 | 5,020 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honey Catering | Saltash Rugby Football Club, Moorlands Lane | 373 yd | |
| Xin Chinese Restaurant | Xin Chinese Restauarant At The Rodney, 375 New Road | 613 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3, Burley Court | 625 yd | |
| Costa Saltash | Costa Coffee, Unit D | 763 yd | |
| Saltash Burger King | Burger King At Saltash Service Area, Saltash Parkway | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ploughboy Inn | Ploughboy Inn, 60 Liskeard Road | 375 yd | |
| The Cecil Arms | Cecil Arms, St Stephens Hill | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Kuet Chinese Take Away And Fish & Chips | Mr Kuet Take Away, 3 Fairmead Road | 240 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chapel Field PROSPECT LANE | grass pitches | 271 yd |
| Burraton Community Primary School FAIRMEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 284 yd |
| Moorlands Lane MOORLANDS LANE | grass pitches | 502 yd |
| Kimberley Stadium Callington Road | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Warfelton Sports Field CALLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Saltash Leisure Centre PLOUGASTEL DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 939 yd |
| St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School LONG PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 962 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 61.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.